Giannis makes Heat debut in exhibition against Raptors
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 4, 2026, 1:35 AM
Last updated Oct 4, 2026
Giannis Antetokounmpo debuted for the Miami Heat in their exhibition opener against the Toronto Raptors on October 3 in Quebec City. The Heat showcased an aggressive style, scoring 76 points in the first half and leading to a 129-105 outcome despite the contest being an exhibition. Antetokounmpo played for over 14 minutes, scoring nine points and contributing seven assists. Bam Adebayo, alongside Antetokounmpo in the starting lineup, added ten points. The Heat's next outing is an intrasquad scrimmage on October 6 at Kaseya Center, followed by a preseason match against the New Orleans Pelicans on October 8.
- •Antetokounmpo scores nine points in debut, contributing to a fast-paced game.
- •Heat lead 76-53 at halftime against the Raptors.
- •Bam Adebayo records ten points and six rebounds in limited minutes.
- •Next game is an intrasquad scrimmage on October 6.
- •Heat plays preseason opener against Pelicans on October 8.
- 1:35 AMYahoo Sports — Giannis sets aggressive tone in debut as Heat take exhibition vs. Raptors
"What mattered most in Saturday night’s exhibition opener against the Toronto Raptors in Quebec City arguably came during the opening jump — with Giannis Antetokounmpo for the first time in a Heat uniform in game action. As for the rest of the night at Videotron Centre, more of a tease than anything substantive, as Erik Spoelstra’s team opened its five-game preseason schedule. What was ...
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